HAVEN Magazine published its 2022 Best of Lakeland list, and we're obsessed. Keep reading for our recommendations for a few spots from each category below.

Food + drink

Reececliff Diner has been a Lakeland staple for over 75 years. | Photo by @reececliff.diner

Nineteen61 | Best fine dining, wine menu, and romantic restaurant

Finish your meal with the guava cheesecake and a cappuccino.

Reececliff Family Diner | Best diner

Try the classic Original Reececliff Burger.

Gaskins Barbecue and Lobster | Best new restaurant

You can't go wrong with lobster grilled cheese.

Retail

Pressed celebrated its one-year anniversary in July 2022. | Photo by @sarahmaephotography

Pressed Books & Coffee | Best book store

Explore new and pre-loved books with a coffee in hand.

Top Buttons | Best thrift store

Book a personal shopping appointment.

Scout & Tag | Best gift shop/boutique

Shop for home goods, kitchen items, books, and paper goods.

Home services

The Terrace Hotel's facade has been a marker of Lakeland's skyline since 1924. | Photo by LALtoday

Springer Construction | Best contractor

Bring the team behind Streamsong, The Yard on Mass, and more along for your next home project.

The Terrace Hotel, Tapestry Collection by Hilton | Best hotel

Dine at The Terrace Grille during your stay (or anytime).

One Clean Mom Cleaning & Organization | Best cleaning company

Book a move-in or move-out clean to eliminate stress during your next move.

Professional services

Former City Editor Rilee got married in Haus 820 for its open-air concept and simple environment. | Photo via Noble Photo Co.

Bloom Shakalaka | Best florist

Make your own arrangement at The Bloom Bar.

Haus 820 | Best wedding venue

Book the courtyard for your cocktail hour or reception during cooler months.

DayDreams Day & Med Spa | Best spa

Treat yourself to a Signature Tranquility Journey.

Health + wellness

Yogis of all levels can try a class at Yoga Pointe. | Photo by @julio__garza, courtesy of @yoga_pointe

Yoga Pointe | Best yoga studio

Take a Yin yoga class.

Anthony's Health Hut | Best wellness store

Order theTabouli or a signature protein smoothie.

Lakeland Regional Health | Best hospital, rehabilitation services, and mental health services

Book a telehealth appointment to talk to a doctor from your own home.

Arts + entertainment

Josh "Bump" Galletta has left his mark on countless parts of Swan City. | Photo via @bumpgalletta

Bump Galletta | Best visual artist + local maker

Commission a house portrait.

Union Hall | Best live music venue

Put on your boots and try some line dancing lessons.

Polk Museum of Art | Best museum

Take a guided curator tour to learn from the experts.

Ready for more? Check out HAVEN Magazine for the full list of 2022 winners — and thank you to HAVEN Magazine for putting this list together.